Membership

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All Bell membership levels receive the following benefits for one year, and many levels receive additional exclusive benefits.
  • Unlimited admission to museum galleries & special exhibits
  • 50% off planetarium tickets
  • Discounts on summer camps
  • Flat-rate $10 guest admission passes
  • Invitations to members-only events and activities
  • 15% off purchases in the Curiosity Shop
  • Early access and discounts on special ticketed events

Membership Level Options

Membership pays for itself in 2-3 visits! Join, renew or gift the level that is right for you. The full amount of starter memberships are tax-deductible.

Curiosity $15

  • All standard benefits for 2 named adults & all household dependents (under the age of 21)
  • Discounted membership for those who are actively participating in financial assistance programs. A list of those qualifying programs can be found here.
  • Do you qualify? Click here for more details and how to apply for this membership.
  • NOTE: The Bell Museum is a Museums For All and Blue Star Museum participant. These reduced admission cost programs are a great option for community members who want to visit the museum at a reduced cost but are not interested in purchasing a one year membership. Learn more about these admission options on our website. Questions? Call 612-626-9660.

You & a Friend  $75

  • All standard membership level benefits
  • Up to two named persons on the membership (One must be named)
JOIN | RENEW - YOU & A FRIEND

Family  $105

  • Standard benefits for 2 named people & all household dependents or grandchildren age 21 and under
JOIN | RENEW - FAMILY

Mammoth  $145

  • Standard benefits for 2 named adults & all household dependents or grandchildren age 21 and under
  • Free admission at 300+ science museums nationwide through the ASTC Passport Program
JOIN | RENEW - MAMMOTH

Gift Memberships

  • All membership levels can be purchased as a gift. Please indicate if you would like the gift sent directly to the recipient during purchase.
JOIN GIFT MEMBERSHIPS

Supporting Memberships

Your philanthropic support helps provide access in the museum and across the state to future scientists and science enthusiasts alike. As our key supporters, you enjoy exclusive benefits and behind the scenes access. Due to IRS regulations we cannot accept payment for membership from a Donor Advised Fund or an IRA. 

Adventurer - $300

  • Standard  and Mammoth member benefits for 2 named adults & all household dependents or grandchildren age 21 or under
  • 1 free gallery guest pass each visit
  • Free Smithsonian Affiliate museum access
  • 2 combo (Museum Admission & Planetarium passes) annually
  • Free admission at 300+ science museums nationwide through the ASTC Passport Program
  • $258 is tax-deductible
JOIN | RENEW - ADVENTURER
 

Innovator - $500

  • Standard and Mammoth benefits for 2 named adults & all household dependents or grandchildren age 21 and under
  • 1 free Guest Gallery Pass per visit
  • Free Smithsonian Affiliate museum access
  • 4 combo (Museum Admission & Planetarium passes) annually
  • Free admission at 300+ science museums nationwide through the ASTC Passport Program
  • $416 is tax-deductible
JOIN | RENEW - INNOVATOR
 

Discovery Circle Patron - $1,000

  • Standard and Mammoth benefits for 2 named adults & all household dependents or grandchildren age 21 and under
  • 1 free Guest Gallery Pass per visit
  • Free Smithsonian Affiliate museum access
  • 6 combo (Museum Admission & Planetarium passes) annually
  • Free admission at 300+ science museums nationwide through the ASTC Passport Program
  • Exclusive invitations to small group events
  • Concierge service to help with ticket reservations and personalizing your visit (48 hours notice required)
  • Recognition in our annual report and on donor wall
  • $874 is tax-deductible
JOIN | RENEW - DISCOVERY CIRCLE PATRON